Controls Technician

NexCore•West Lebanon, NH

19d•Onsite

About The Position

Alliance Group is hiring full-time, experienced Controls Technicians for its Building Automation/Controls team in West Lebanon, New Hampshire. This field-based position installs, maintains, commissions, troubleshoots, and repairs building automation systems. The role calls for knowledge of HVAC, building automation, energy management, and network communications, along with the ability to build and maintain strong customer relationships. Alliance Group is willing to train the right person. Pay starts at $30 per hour, with compensation negotiable and open to discussion with qualified candidates. Technicians work with senior technicians on preventive maintenance, commissioning and startup, system diagnostics, database setup and tuning, and installation or recommissioning of controls equipment and software. They also provide customer training, explain issues and resolutions, document equipment and testing, identify potential service opportunities, and keep the work area and company vehicle organized. The position requires a valid, unrestricted driver's license and the ability to meet site-access requirements, including routine background and motor vehicle record checks. A post-offer pre-employment physical screen is required. The role includes regular lifting and climbing as job duties require.

Requirements

At least 2 years of building automation experience.
Strong interpersonal communication skills and written and oral communication skills.
Ability to work efficiently.
Reliability, follow-through, discretion, and integrity.
Proactive, positive problem-solving skills.
Ability to maintain a company vehicle.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds daily.
Ability to climb scaffolding, ladders, and stairs as required by the job.
U.S. citizenship or a current, valid U.S. work permit.
Valid, unrestricted driver's license.
Ability to pass the company's routine background check and motor vehicle record check to secure specific site access clearance.
Completion of a required Post-Offer Pre-Employment Screen (POPES).

Nice To Haves

At least 2 years of HVAC or electrical experience is preferred.
Background with Johnson Controls (JCI), Honeywell, or Schneider Controls is preferred.

Responsibilities

Safely perform scheduled preventive maintenance routines with a senior technician.
Assist with commissioning and startup to ensure proper system operation.
Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair wiring, hardware, and software.
Diagnose communication problems.
Create, load, test, and tune system databases.
Install, replace, and recommission control systems devices, equipment, and software.
Provide on-site training to customers.
Create and maintain accurate test records and other documentation.
Communicate and explain current issues, timelines, and resolutions to customers when appropriate.
Identify and report potential additional business opportunities to the owner, including newer systems, service contracts, and additional services.
Document installed equipment upon arrival, including make, model, serial number, necessary test measurements, and pictures as appropriate.
Maintain a clean and organized work environment and company vehicle.

Benefits

Three health insurance plans to choose from.
Vision insurance.
Dental insurance.
Health Savings Account (HSA) with guaranteed weekly company contributions.
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Dependent Care Account (DCA) options.
Company-sponsored $50,000 life insurance policy, with additional voluntary life insurance options.
Voluntary short-term disability, long-term disability, hospital indemnity, critical illness, and other insurance options.
Pre-tax 401(k) and Roth 401(k) plan options with up to a 5% company match.
Combined time off package and 8 paid holidays.
Paid parental leave for the birth or adoption of a child.
Jury duty leave.
Bereavement leave.
Military leave.
Annual company bonus program.
Employee referral and retention bonus program.
Company vehicle, including gas card and maintenance and repairs.
Professional development assistance, including required training for license renewals and license renewal fees.
Company-sponsored events and outings.
Fitness reimbursement program.
Income advance loan.
$200 annual credit for company apparel and branded items.
$200 annual allowance for safety-toe boots and/or work pants.
$200 annual allowance for ANSI-approved prescription safety eyewear.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and household members.
Employee discounts at major local vendors across NY, VT, and NH.